面试英文

How to impress the company ?
What kind of company/job is right for you ?
1.Introduction
95% of the jobs require an interview.
Don’t think the employers only evaluate you by the answer you give to their questions. If they do, reading your CV is good enough to make that decision.
Remember, no matter what questions are asked in an interview, the purpose of these questions is for the interviewer to evaluate -if you have the skill, experience, training and interest necessary to fulfill the requirements of the position.
2.The function of interview
To evaluate your future potentials, possible advancement.
To know if the job applicants can work well with their co-workers.
To observe job applicants’ non-verbal communication skills.
3.Preparation
An interview is not one asks problems while one answers, but one shows his highlights.And you must try to figure out what the interviewers think and what they want.
if you fit the job and their corporate culture (company personality) What qualification and skills I have can impress the interviewer anddemonstratemy future potentials ?
Surf the internet to find and go through the website of the company. (company history, products, market…)
Read the recruitment advertisement again to find out what qualifications are the most wanted for this position.
（1）By preparing a paper, you demonstrate outstanding planning, organizing, and presentation skills.
（2）You should also purchase a small notebook. You should take notes when interviewer
1. mentions about the responsibilities of the position
2. tells you about the company’s background
3. asks you to provide some additional information.
“Would you please tell me about yourself?” – is one of the most feared questions asked in an interview.
It’s a good chance to show your good personality and ability of solving problems.
To simulate an interview
Prepare and memorize the answer for possible questions asked in an interview.
Record your answer with a recording device. (audio recorder / digital camera / camcorder)
4.Dress smartly
Your potential employer gets the first impression by the way you dress,
so don’t overlook the importance of it.
Appropriate clothing need not be expensive.
The rule of appropriate dress in an interview is to dress as you would if you were employed in the position for which you are applying
For a female interview applicant -
Business dress – modest in length, color and style. Business suit or a skirt and a blouse are suggested.
Stockings should complement your outfit –if the interviewer’s attention is drawn to them, they are not appropriate.
For a male interview applicant -
Clean, pressed pants in a conservative color are appropriate.
A shirt with a collar, pressed, tucked in, and in a color that matches or coordinates with the pants is in good taste.
5.Body language
Knock before opening interviewer’s door.
Close the door with caution w/o banging the door.
Wear a smile when you walk in.
Handshaking is a very important manner in business.
1. the “bone crusher” handshake
2. the “dead fish” handshake
3. the “upper hand” handshake
4. the “two-handed” handshake
5. the firm handshake
Don’t start a topic. Normally interviewers will decide what topics to talk about.
6.Important tips
1.If you don’t understand a question, ask the interviewer to say it again or ask a question to clarify your doubts. Don’t pretend you understand it.
2.Answer questions at a proper speed –not too fast or too slow. Your voice should be loud enough for interviewer to hear it.
3. Answer questions with clear, concise and logical sentences (listing, cause and effects, time sequence).。